عید (eid)
noun · Beginner · Culture & Society
Meaning
English: Eid
The joyous festival ending Ramzan, with new clothes, sheer khurma, and eidi.
Examples
🗣 عید مبارک!
💬 Happy Eid!
Etymology
‘عید’ (eid) comes from the Arabic word ‘عيد’ (Eid), meaning ‘celebration’ or ‘festivity’. In Urdu, it commonly refers to the major Islamic celebrations of Eid ul-Fitr and Eid ul-Adha.
How & Where It’s Used
‘عید’ (eid) is used broadly in both formal and informal contexts, particularly during the festive seasons in Muslim communities. The term is common in spoken and written Urdu.
Literary Heritage
Frequently mentioned in poetry and religious texts, particularly in discussions of Islamic festivals and communal gatherings.
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